Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Lena B. Palmer

Gastroenterology
New Orleans VA Medical Center
2400 Canal St, 
New Orleans, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
4
conditions
New Orleans VA Medical Center
2400 Canal St, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Lena Palmer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Palmer is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bile Acid Malabsorption, Malnutrition, Diarrhea, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Palmer is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NC

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

New Orleans VA Medical Center
2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Palmer has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

13 Total Publications

Modern Challenges to Gastrointestinal Nutrition Physicians and the Nutrition Support Team: Cautionary Tales and Call to Action.
Modern Challenges to Gastrointestinal Nutrition Physicians and the Nutrition Support Team: Cautionary Tales and Call to Action.
Journal: Nutrition in clinical practice : official publication of the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
Published: August 14, 2020
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Office

1151 Barataria Blvd Ste 4400, 
Marrero, LA 
 (5.1 miles away)
504-349-6401
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lena B. Palmer

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lena B. Palmer?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Lena B. Palmer by calling their office at 800-935-8387. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Lena B. Palmer a top-rated expert for Bile Acid Malabsorption?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lena B. Palmer is classified as an Advanced expert for Bile Acid Malabsorption, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Lena B. Palmer specialize in?

While Dr. Lena B. Palmer is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Bile Acid Malabsorption, Malnutrition, and Diarrhea. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Lena B. Palmer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lena B. Palmer has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bile Acid Malabsorption. You can view a list of Dr. Lena B. Palmer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lena B. Palmer accept my insurance?

Dr. Lena B. Palmer accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-935-8387 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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